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Associations between post-traumatic stress symptoms, stimulant use, and treatment outcomes: a secondary analysis of NIDA's Women and Trauma study.

Author: CampbellAimee N C, HienDenise A, HuMei-Chen, RuglassLesia M

Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Research Support, N.I.H., ExtramuralResearch funding provided by the NIH to external research institutions and researchers.

Overview

Seeking Safety, a cognitive-behavioral intervention, was more effective than Women's Health Education in reducing stimulant use at follow-up among women who were heavy stimulant users at pre-treatment and who showed improvements in PTSD symptoms.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: To examine the associations between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, stimulant use, and treatment outcomes among dually diagnosed women. METHODS: Participants were 141 women who participated in a multisite clinical trial of group treatments for PTSD and add...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24313246

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The Intertwined Paths of Trauma, Stimulants, and Recovery

Trauma and addiction often go hand in hand, creating a complex and challenging landscape for recovery. This research investigates the relationship between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, stimulant use, and treatment outcomes in women with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. The study examines the effectiveness of two different treatment interventions, Seeking Safety and Women's Health Education, in addressing PTSD symptoms and reducing stimulant use.

Navigating the Desert of Trauma and Addiction

The study found that Seeking Safety was more effective than Women's Health Education in reducing stimulant use among women who were heavy stimulant users at the start of treatment and who showed improvements in PTSD symptoms. This discovery, like finding a hidden oasis in the harsh desert of trauma and addiction, highlights the importance of addressing both mental health and substance use disorders in treatment.

A Holistic Approach to Healing

The study's findings emphasize the need for integrated treatment approaches that address both trauma and addiction. This research, like a caravan navigating a treacherous desert, guides us towards a more comprehensive understanding of the interconnectedness of trauma, addiction, and recovery. Remember, my friends, that just as a desert ecosystem thrives on interdependence, so too does recovery from trauma and addiction.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research explores the complex relationship between trauma, stimulant use, and treatment outcomes in women with co-occurring PTSD and addiction. The study's findings underscore the importance of individualized treatment approaches that address both mental health and substance use disorders. This research, like a beacon illuminating the path to healing, offers valuable insights into the intricate world of trauma and addiction.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2015-01-02
  2. Date Revised 2021-10-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

24313246

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

NIHMS456789

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Languages

English

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